Built for the freerider in every skier and featuring a long-lasting leather construction, cozy feel, and playful designs, the Spark Gloves provide everyday warmth, waterproof protection, and are ready for powder laps all season long.
the Black Diamond Spark Gloves combine a premium construction with ample dexterity and a soft, cozy feel. Featuring a super-tough goat leather shell with a BD.dry™ waterproof insert and added EVA padding, the Spark stands up to wet storms, rogue tree branches, and the prolonged abuse of the skiing life. A buttery-soft fleece lining and PrimaLoft® Gold insulation keep your hands toasty and comfortable, while the Freeride Cuff hook-and-loop wrist closure keeps snow out and makes for a secure under the cuff fit.
Black Diamond’s waterproof/breathable/windproof solution. Our 2.5L ... Black Diamond’s waterproof/breathable/windproof solution. Our 2.5L and 3L BD.dry™ waterproof technology is designed to keep you comfortable and moving in tough conditions. We offer a variety of sustainable solutions from bluesign-approved fabrics to DWR solutions without intentionally added PFAS. Finally, we implemented stretch into our solution’s technology, which sets BD.dry™ apart from other waterproof options. Learn More
PrimaLoft® Gold Insulation boasts the ultimate warmth-to-weight ratio ... PrimaLoft® Gold Insulation boasts the ultimate warmth-to-weight ratio with environmental consciousness. Featuring 100% post-consumer recycled fibers, this insulation offers performance you can trust. Microfibers trap body heat to make this the most thermally efficient synthetic insulation available, with water-repellency that insulates even in the wettest weather, maintaining 98% of warmth when wet. Learn More
We trust what we make because we use what we make. We trust what we make because we use what we make. All Black Diamond soft goods are warranted against defects in materials and construction for the practical lifetime of the product. Learn More
At Black Diamond, we're committed to going deep, whether that's into the mountains, the design process, or the community we love. Our fall/winter collection of equipment and apparel is built for the experience of casting off, and diving into the deep end of adventure.
Reviewers like the Spark Gloves for warmth, tough leather and good dexterity, using them for resort and backcountry skiing, ski patrol, coaching and snow blowing. Most find them warm, though a few had cold fingers in very low temperatures. Common critiques are sizing that does not match the size chart for some and a tight cuff that is hard to get on and off.
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Overall rating: 4.3846154 / 5 from 39 reviews.
The Spark Gloves by Black Diamond offer premium construction with a super-tough goat leather shell and BD.dry™ waterproof insert, ensuring protection against wet storms and tree branches. The gloves feature ample dexterity, warmth from PrimaLoft® Gold insulation, and a soft fleece lining, making them suitable for various skiing activities. However, some users found them unusable.
Review topics: ["fit","looks","fingers","gloves","leather","warmth","hands","dexterity","cuff","wrist","space","works","bill"].
"When fully stretched, my hand from the end of my middle finger to the crease of my wrist is around 7 1/2 inches. Based on my hand measurement and the size chart, I ordered the medium, which should offer enough space for dexterity to move my fingers and be for a hand measurement of 7. 75 - 8. 25 inches. However, my fingers are fully hitting the end of the glove with fingers flat and the web between each finger does not go down to my actual hand. This significantly restricts movement and dexterity - not to mention, is uncomfortable. These are definitely too small when compared to the size chart linked on the page. Not sure what to do at this point since outlet items are not eligible for return or exchange. They look well built and warm otherwise. Bummer."
"These gloves have surprisingly good dexterity and a high amount of warmth. Really enjoyed using them last winter in Minnesota, and just bought another back uppair on sale."
"Warm, durable, water proof, and good dexterity for the warmth."
"They make your hands sweat too much and I left it in the sun and leather twisted in fingers and now I can not use them"
"Despite giving a 5 star review, there is one rather large shortcoming. I’d like to preface it by saying I use my spark gloves in a -20 degree freezer moving heavy boxes around. I don’t expect for my hands to be hot as coals in those temps but these gloves do seem to let in more cold on the fingertips, right at the seams. If I was strictly buying these gloves for warmth in subzero temperatures, then I wouldn’t buy these. But I didn’t just buy mine for warmth. I bought them for durability, and in that department they are incredible and all of the reason for my 5 star review. The leather is tough and the sowing is great. I’ve put a lot of pressure on these gloves that just might’ve ripped a hole in cheaper gloves. The extra leather on the palm and outside of the index finger add strength where the gloves take the most wear. The back of the hand has thick padding that gives extra warmth in that part of the glove and protection without compromising dexterity. The gloves add a lot of size to your hands but in a good way. I feel like a big man when I’m wearin these."
"These are great gloves. I'm wearing them for the second season this year. I've worn them every day all season. Skiing, teaching beginner skiers, training a sports group on the track. I especially like holding a drill by hand :) They last!"
"I’ve always been a size M for ski gloves. These size M are huge. Damn, I’ll have to buy another pair and sell these ones—I hate having to do that. Besides the size, they look great! I live in Argentina, and it’s not easy to find something this good here."
"I bought these gloves last year and wore them several times in the Alaskan Interior. The glove itself performs fine once on, but the opening is so small that you basically need small hands and slender wrists to get into them. For anyone with average or larger hands and wrists, they're essentially unusable."
"As a ski patroller, I needed a pair of leather, insulated gloves that were easy on and off. These fit the bill perfectly. I especially like the wrist strap! I can take the gloves off and not loose them on the lift or the mountain! Thank you, Black Diamond, for another amazing piece of gear!"
"Nice gloves, but the interior liner can stick and feels like it will pull out if your hands are wet. It will be interesting if this issue occurs long-term. My guide gloves that I've used for years, finally bit the dust this year. They are the best gloves I've ever owned, so hopefully the Spark lasts as long as they did."
